spiegeln
Translation
to reflect, to mirror
Examples
Der See spiegelt die Berge.
The lake reflects the mountains.
Sein Gesicht spiegelt seine Gefühle.
His face mirrors his feelings.
Ich spiegle mich im Fenster.
I see my reflection in the window.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to reflect (sth.) The lake reflects the sky.
oneself ((in sth.)) to be reflected (in sth.) I see my reflection in the window.
Similar Words
reflektieren, scheinen
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'Spiegel' (mirror). It means 'to act like a mirror'.
Memory Tips
Think of what a 'Spiegel' (mirror) does. It 'spiegelt' (reflects) things.